Is Joliet or North Aurora Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, North Aurora is safer than Joliet (Safety Score 74/100 vs 53/100), with a total crime rate of 1,012 per 100,000 versus 1,595 for Joliet — 37% lower. Joliet has higher rates in 1 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where North Aurora has a 71% lower rate.
Note: Joliet is 7.8x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Joliet | North Aurora | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,594.6 | 1,011.6 | +583.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 350.0 | 140.1 | +209.9 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 48.5 | 93.4 | -44.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 35.2 | 10.4 | +24.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 266.3 | 31.1 | +235.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,244.6 | 871.6 | +373.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 389.9 | 83.0 | +306.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 704.0 | 715.9 | -11.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 150.8 | 72.6 | +78.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Joliet or North Aurora safer?
North Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,012 per 100K vs 1,595 for Joliet — a 37% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Joliet has a violent crime rate of 350.0 per 100K while North Aurora has 140.1. North Aurora has lower violent crime.
About Joliet, IL
Joliet, a former steel town on the Des Plaines River, boasts the historic Rialto Square Theatre. This city southwest of Chicago has a diverse population, with a significant Hispanic community. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 150,569, Joliet has a total crime rate of 1,594.6 per 100,000 residents.
About North Aurora, IL
North Aurora, a Fox River community, grew significantly after the Chicago Aurora and Elgin Railroad arrived. This village of around 18,000 residents spans both sides of the river, primarily in Kane County. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 19,276, North Aurora has a total crime rate of 1,011.6 per 100,000 residents.